noun a person who is unwilling to change their opinions or behavior
adjective refusing to change or compromise
In politics, 'standpat' refers to a conservative or unchanging approach to policy or legislation.
In business, 'standpat' may be used to describe a company's decision to stick with current practices or products without innovation.
In sports, 'standpat' can refer to a team or player choosing not to make any trades or roster changes.
In economics, 'standpat' describes a strategy of maintaining the status quo without making significant changes.
In writing, 'standpat' can be used to describe a character or situation that remains unchanged or unyielding.
Psychologists may use the term 'standpat' when discussing resistance to change or maintaining the status quo in therapy.
Politicians may use 'standpat' to describe a strategy of maintaining current policies or positions without making significant changes.
In business analysis, 'standpat' can refer to maintaining current processes or strategies without making adjustments.
Legal counsel may use 'standpat' to describe a client's insistence on maintaining a certain position or course of action.
Financial advisors may use 'standpat' to caution against making changes to investment portfolios based on short-term market fluctuations.